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UKIP unveils pubs plans
The UK Independence Party (UKIP) has unveiled a range of policies for pubs, including opposing the minimum pricing of alcohol and allowing pubs to introduce smoking rooms.
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Cameron says rates review will 'back small firms'
David Cameron has confirmed that the business rates review will “back small firms” by ensuring there is clearer billing, better communication and a more efficient appeal system.
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Greens call for £6.7bn ‘unhealthy food tax’
The Green Party has pledged to introduce an ‘unhealthy food tax’ as part of its General Election manifesto, which it expects would raise £6.7bn a year.
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Miliband pledges £8 minimum wage
Labour leader Ed Miliband has announced that the national minimum wage will increase from £6.50 to more than £8 by October 2019 if the party wins the general election
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OpinionBattle lines drawn on great pubs vote
With the general election less than a month away, the battle for votes is intensifying. But which party will best tackle the issues affecting the pubs sector? Ellie Bothwell spoke to the Conservative Community Pubs Minister Kris Hopkins and his Labour counterpart Toby Perkins
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ALMR advises on new energy audit legislation
The Association of Licensed Multiple Operators is to offer advice to its members on complying with the new Energy Savings Opportunity (ESOS) scheme through a partnership with Control Energy Costs (CEC).
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ALMR calls for accuracy and transparency in review websites
The ALMR has called for greater protection for businesses and customers following the Competition and Market’s Authority’s (CMA) call for information regarding online reviews and endorsements
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Sector set to lose out in business rates reform
Pubs and restaurants risk losing out in the 2017 rating revaluation as the Uniform Business Rate (UBR) is likely to be set at 50p in the pound, a property advisor has warned.
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Adjudicator for pubs code by May 2016
A pubs code adjudicator will be in place by May 2016 at the latest, the Government has confirmed
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Unlimited fines for illegal sport screenings
Venues convicted of illegally showing Premier League matches without a commercial agreement will now face an unlimited fine, after the abolition of the cap at £5,000.
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OpinionWhere next for pubs code debate?
The bill containing the pubs code received Royal Assent last week but that is far from the end of the story. Mike Berry looks at what could happen next.
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Personal licence renewals abolished from 1 April
Publicans with personal licences expiring on or after 1 April 2015 will not need to apply for renewal, the Home Office has confirmed.
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NewsETI welcomes Royal Assent for Pubs Code
Enterprise Inns has welcomed the granting of Royal Assent for the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Bill yesterday, which enshrines in law the introduction of a pubs code and adjudicator.
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VAT cut for foodservice ‘not feasible’
A VAT cut for the foodservice sector is “not a feasible or realistic ask in the present economic climate” according to the Cut Tourism VAT campaign.
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NewsGovernment rejects bid to further strengthen ACV laws
The Government has rejected recommendations to further strengthen asset-of-community-value (ACV) planning laws, refuting claims that the nomination process is lengthy and complex.
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Pubs Code gets final approval in Parliament
The Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Bill has been passed by Parliament, without further amendment.
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Government issues guidance on below-cost alcohol sales
The Government has issued guidance confirming how its ban on selling alcohol below the cost of duty plus VAT will be implemented.
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OpinionDawn of a new era for the Great British Pub
As the House of Commons gives the final seal of approval to the bill containing the Pubs Code, Heineken UK managing director, David Forde, says it is now time to rise to the challenge of reform and secure the future for the Great British Pub.
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NewsLabour to promise no VAT rise
The Labour party has pledged not to increase VAT if it wins the election saying hikes “hit pensioners and the poorest hardest”
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UK needs minister for entrepreneurs, says start-up expert
The specific needs of entrepreneurs should be recognised with the creation of a dedicated minister for entrepreneurs according to chief executive of Entrepreneurial Spark Jim Duffy